Nashville Songwriters Live Fundraiser | Harris Center

Email jbassett@hands4hopeyouth.org to inquire about sponsorship

We are bringing Nashville to Folsom for the third time in the form of NASHVILLE SONGWRITERS LIVE: PERFORMANCES AND STORIES OF YOUR FAVORITE HIT SONGS. Join us for an intimate show with a full band, acoustic moments, and unforgettable storytelling—for one night only!

This year features 3-time Emmy winner Greg Barnhill, songwriter for legends such as Etta James, Martina McBride, Jessica Simpson & more, whose background vocals can be heard on over 10 of Tim McGraw's albums. Joining the stage will also be Morgan Myles, top 3 finisher on the 2022 season of NBC's The Voice. CJ Solar joins for the third year, bringing his experience writing hits for some of country's biggest artists. And, for the third year, singer-songwriter Mark Mackay will bring his captivating musicality and electrifying energy to the stage, while telling memorable stories from his life among the stars.

Plus, enjoy special performances by local up-and-coming musicians and students. Apply here to be a youth performer.

Friday, February 27, 2026

Harris Center for the Arts at Folsom Lake College

Doors open at 6 pm | Performance at 7 pm

Tickets will be available in November 2025

This fundraiser will support Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference. The proceeds from this event will be used to help those most vulnerable in our community while teaching youth invaluable life skills of leadership and service.

Sponsorships are now being accepted. Contact us to learn more about aligning your business, foundation, or family with this event while supporting the Hands4Hope vision of a community of civic minded and socially responsible citizens for generations to come.

Greg Barnhill

Grammy-nominated songwriter and Emmy winner Greg Barnhill has penned hits for artists like Trisha Yearwood, Amy Grant, Tim McGraw, and the Backstreet Boys. A lifelong performer and one of Nashville’s go-to vocalists, we are honored to have Barnhill showcase his award-winning talent.

Morgan Myles

Top 3 finisher on the 2022 season of NBC's The Voice!, Morgan is a powerhouse vocalist with a remarkable five-octave range. She performs over 100 shows a year and is set to release an album this fall.

CJ Solar

CJ Solar has spent the past decade writing hits for some of country’s biggest names, including two chart-topping hits: "Some Girls" (Jameson Rodgers) and "Up Down" (Morgan Wallen), while carving out his own path as an artist. He joins Nashville Songwriters Live for the third year.

Mark Mackay

Mark brings his captivating musicality and electrifying energy to the stage as the host of his third Nashville Songwriters Live. Known for his guitar-driven American Music and talent on the piano, Mark delivers performances while telling memorable stories from his life among the stars.